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Tre Johnson Done for Summer League After One Game
Washington Wizards guard Tre Johnson has been shut down for the remainder of Las Vegas Summer League, along with AJ Dybantsa and Will Riley, The Athletic's Josh Robbins reports. Johnson needed only one appearance to make his case, pouring in 26 points on 11-for-20 shooting with two rebounds, one assist, and one steal in 28 minutes in Thursday's win over the Jazz. The former Texas Longhorn averaged 12.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 1.9 threes in 24.1 minutes as a rookie, though he shot 41.9 percent from the field and faded after the All-Star break amid injuries. His scoring touch was never the issue. Whether Dybantsa's arrival squeezes his role is the question that decides his fantasy value in year two.
Source: Josh Robbins
Source: Josh Robbins
Will Riley to Sit for Rest of Summer League After Scoring Burst
Washington Wizards guard/forward Will Riley will sit for the rest of Summer League, along with AJ Dybantsa and Tre Johnson, according to Josh Robbins of The Athletic. Riley made a strong closing argument Sunday, posting 32 points, six rebounds, three assists, and six three-pointers in 29 minutes against the Sacramento Kings after scoring 18 against the Utah Jazz in the opener. The 2025 No. 21 pick averaged 10.3 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 2.0 assists as a rookie, and his clean shooting in Vegas should help his case for regular-season minutes. His fantasy value still depends on whether Washington gives him enough wing usage to matter.
Source: Josh Robbins
Source: Josh Robbins
AJ Dybantsa Shut Down for Rest of Summer League
Washington Wizards forward AJ Dybantsa has been shut down for the remainder of Las Vegas Summer League, along with second-year wings Will Riley and Tre Johnson, The Athletic's Josh Robbins reports. The move is precautionary rather than injury-related, following the standard script for a healthy No. 1 pick. The BYU product averaged 25.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists in two games, defending well enough to post eight combined steals and blocks. He went 1-for-11 from three, so the jumper stays a question, but the rim pressure and free-throw volume are real. Dybantsa now waits until camp, where he'll compete for touches alongside Trae Young, Anthony Davis, Alexandre Sarr, and Kyshawn George. That's a crowded ladder for a rookie, and the usage split is the thing to watch.
Source: Josh Robbins
Source: Josh Robbins
AJ Dybantsa Racks Up 23 Points in Wizards' Summer League Win
Washington Wizards forward AJ Dybantsa racked up 23 points, seven rebounds, three steals, two blocks, and two assists across 24 minutes during Sunday's 104-85 Las Vegas Summer League win over the Sacramento Kings. The No. 1 pick knocked down his first Summer League three after an 0-for-5 debut from deep, though the jumper still cooled as the game went on. Second-year wing Will Riley carried the scoring load with a game-high 32 points as Washington improved to 2-0. That is the encouraging part for fantasy managers: Dybantsa is already piling up steals and blocks, giving him a strong statistical base before the jumper fully settles. On a rebuilding Wizards team, the usage should be there early.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
AJ Dybantsa Scores 27 Points in Summer League Debut
Washington Wizards guard/forward AJ Dybantsa supplied 27 points, seven rebounds, two assists, two steals, and one block across 26 minutes in Thursday's 92-88 Summer League win over the Utah Jazz. The No. 1 overall pick led all scorers in a matchup with No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson, and 19 of his points came in the first half. Dybantsa struggled from three-point range, going 0-for-5, but he attacked the paint and went 7-for-8 at the free-throw line. The scoring, rebounds, and defensive stats give him an immediate fantasy-friendly profile if Washington lets him handle a major role early.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Felix Okpara Lands Two-Way Deal With Wizards
Washington Wizards center Felix Okpara has agreed to a two-way contract, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. The Orlando Magic originally selected him with the 46th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft before dealing him to Washington on draft night. The 22-year-old averaged 8.0 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks while shooting 59.7 percent from the field last season, earning SEC All-Defensive Team honors at Tennessee. Although his elite rim protection stands out, this two-way designation confirms he is headed for a developmental year in the G League. Okpara opens his rookie campaign buried on the depth chart behind Anthony Davis, Alexandre Sarr, and Tristan Vukcevic. Unless the Wizards endure a severe string of frontcourt injuries, the rookie lacks the immediate opportunity to supply reliable blocked shots or rebounding.
Source: Michael Scotto
Source: Michael Scotto
D'Angelo Russell Traded to Grizzlies
Washington Wizards guard D'Angelo Russell is being traded to the Memphis Grizzlies along with a future second-round pick and a future second-round pick swap, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The move is part of a larger six-team deal involving the Wizards, Mavericks, Clippers, Pistons, Bucks, and Grizzlies. Russell averaged 10.2 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 4.0 assists last season, but he was away from Washington late in the year. His fantasy outlook in Memphis is unsettled. Ja Morant's departure opens up usage, but Russell will still have to compete with Scotty Pippen Jr., Ty Jerome, and Walter Clayton Jr. for backcourt minutes. He needs to win a steady role in training camp before fantasy managers can count on him for assists and threes.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Khris Middleton Returns to Wizards on Three-Year Deal
Free-agent forward Khris Middleton has agreed to a three-year, $17.6 million deal with the Washington Wizards via sign-and-trade, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The 14-year veteran returns to Washington after finishing last season with Dallas, where his overall production dipped to 10.2 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game. Middleton still offers shooting, secondary playmaking, and championship experience, but his fantasy ceiling is no longer tied to a high-usage role. With Trae Young, Anthony Davis, and AJ Dybantsa shaping Washington's core, Middleton looks more like veteran wing depth than a reliable fantasy contributor.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Patrick Ewing Joins the Wizards as an Assistant Coach
Hall of Fame center Patrick Ewing is returning to an NBA bench, agreeing to join the Washington Wizards as an assistant coach under head coach Brian Keefe, Shams Charania of ESPN reports. It's a homecoming of sorts for the Georgetown legend, who launched his NBA coaching career as a Wizards assistant back in 2002 after an 11-time All-Star playing career. For fantasy, an assistant hire carries no redraft weight, but there's a genuine dynasty angle here. As one of the greatest centers ever, Ewing figures to work directly with Washington's bigs, and the name that matters is Alexandre Sarr. A Hall of Fame tutor for the young center is exactly the kind of development boost dynasty managers want to see, especially with veterans Anthony Davis and the incoming Deandre Ayton around only as short-term pieces.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Jaden Hardy Heading to the Lakers
Washington Wizards guard Jaden Hardy was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday, according to Shams Charania. The Wizards have traded Hardy and two second-round picks in exchange for center Deandre Ayton. The big man became expendable for the Lakers after they acquired Walker Kessler. Ayton figures to serve as the primary backup center to Alexandre Sarr. As for Hardy, he'll likely be a rotational piece for the Lakers. In 23 games with Washington, Hardy averaged 12.6 points, 1.3 assists, and 1.7 rebounds across 20.4 minutes per game. The 23-year-old has some scoring upside, but is unlikely to be a big part of the Lakers rotation.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Deandre Ayton Dealt to Washington
Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton was traded to the Washington Wizards on Friday, according to Shams Charania. Ayton will head to Washington in exchange for Jaden Hardy and two second-round picks. The Lakers recently acquired Walker Kessler to be the starting center, so Ayton became movable. The big man recently picked up his player option for $8 million for the upcoming 2026-2027 season. This past season, Ayton averaged 12.5 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks across 27.2 minutes per game in 72 contests with the Lakers. The expectation is that Ayton is going to be the primary backup to Alexandre Sarr in Washington. This move to Washington will likely decrease his fantasy value unless Sarr or Anthony Davis suffers an injury.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Leaky Black Waived by Washington
The Washington Wizards have waived forward Leaky Black on Wednesday. Black averaged 7.1 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 0.5 blocks and 1.2 steals in 28.9 minutes across 15 regular-season contests during the 2025-26 campaign. He was on a two-way deal with the Wizards and has spent most of his career in the G League. The 27-year-old will likely draw interest from some other teams and could land a new role this offseason.
Source: WIzards PR
Source: WIzards PR
Wizards Aren't Listening to Trade Offers on Anthony Davis
Washington Wizards center Anthony Davis has been the subject of trade rumors ever since joining the organization. Recently, Davis was rumored to be possibly traded to the Golden State Warriors to join forces with Stephen Curry and possibly LeBron James. The Wizards were quick to deny any interest in trading the veteran center. The Wizards plan to pair Davis with Trae Young as the veterans on a team with youngsters Alexandre Sarr and AJ Dybantsa. We'll see if the Wizards change their mind depending on the trade package, but for now, they plan to keep Davis in Washington.
Source: Marc J. Spears
Source: Marc J. Spears
Felix Okpara Heads to Washington in a Draft-Night Deal
The Orlando Magic drafted Tennessee center Felix Okpara at No. 46 and flipped him to the Washington Wizards for picks 51 and 60 in the 2026 NBA draft, HoopsHype's Michael Scotto reports. The Lagos, Nigeria native averaged 8.0 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks on 59.7 percent shooting as a senior, anchoring an Elite Eight defense with his length and rim protection. Okpara is a lob-finishing, shot-blocking big with little offensive polish, landing behind Anthony Davis and Alexandre Sarr on Washington's depth chart. That is where it gets interesting for fantasy: both starters have long injury histories, and Tristan Vukcevic is the only other guaranteed center, so Okpara could back into spot starts and cheap blocks if either big misses time. Trae Young's lob passing only sweetens the fit.
Source: Michael Scotto
Source: Michael Scotto
Wizards Make AJ Dybantsa the First Pick in the NBA Draft
The Washington Wizards selected forward AJ Dybantsa with the first pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Dybantsa is widely viewed as the best scorer in this rookie class, after averaging 25.5 points on 51% shooting in his lone season at BYU. He also snagged 6.8 rebounds and dished out 3.7 assists per game. The 19-year-old will slide right into Washington's new starting lineup alongside veteran All-Stars Trae Young and Anthony Davis and former second-overall pick Alexandre Sarr. With an arsenal of scoring methods, Dybantsa projects to be one of the best two-way players in the game.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
